INTERPRETING FOR PRENATAL AND PEDIATRIC GENETICS - SPRING 2020

This healthcare interpreting workshop helps professionals develop their understanding of medical genetics [8 CE credits].

CONTENT

One of the fastest changing fields in medicine, genetics come up more and more often in more and more healthcare settings. And it generally involves highly technical vocabulary and complex medical concepts. New challenges for interpreters!

This 8-hour workshop is a special opportunity to focus on prenatal genetics and pediatric genetics. Adapting two curricula that were developed in collaboration with the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics, this workshop includes:

• basic concepts in genetics

• the role of the genetic counselor

• what to expect at a genetics appointment

• genetic testing

• genetic syndromes and conditions

• general issues in genetic counseling

Technical vocabulary is introduced and exercises help the interpreter learn new terms both in English and a non-English language. This workshop also includes interpreting exercises based on real-life prenatal and pediatric genetic interviews. You will have an opportunity to practice! Language-specific glossaries and practice exercises are provided in Spanish, Cantonese, Vietnamese and Arabic.

Trainer: Cindy Roat, MPH

Further information and registration at https://www.arcos.institute/trainings/prenatal-and-pediatric-genetics

*Please note that NOTIS is not sponsoring or organizing this event. Please contact ARCOS INSTITUTE for more information.*